Solar scheme expansion opens new opportunities for electricians
Australia's Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme is expanding with a higher system limit. The ETU welcomes the change, saying it will make commercial solar more accessible and open new work opportunities for electricians.
How will the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme expansion affect work for electricians?
Electricians stand to benefit from increased demand for commercial solar installations as the scheme expansion lowers barriers for businesses to adopt solar.
Key takeaways
- Australia's Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme is expanding to include a higher system size limit.
- The change is expected to make commercial solar installations more financially accessible for businesses.
- The Electrical Trades Union has welcomed the expansion as a positive move for the industry.
- Electricians could see increased demand for commercial solar work as a result of the scheme changes.
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